We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Redwood City area. As the Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Associate Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
- Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about best strategies
- Manage court appearances, trial, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
- Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
- Manage workload of cases
- Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
- Accrue additional evidence to support clients' cases or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
- Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support clients' positions
Qualifications
- Experience handling complex criminal cases at the federal, state, and local level
- A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with fellow associates
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
- Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
Pay Range: $90,000-$130,000 annual salary
Pay range may be exceeded based on experience on a case-by-case basis.
Why Join The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC:
Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an attractive compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! As a Criminal Defense Attorney, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while learning alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.
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